Treasure Bag

Discover the joy of creating this beautiful, handmade bag, originally designed as a thoughtful gift for a friend. This eye-catching piece is crafted from exquisite lace-weight silks left over from previous projects, making it a perfect way to use up those precious yarn remnants. With a longer tie-cord, this versatile accessory can easily transform into a stylish wrist bag for your outings.

As illustrated, the bag requires approximately 100 yards of gray yarn for the background, 30 yards of vibrant blue, and just 10 yards of striking red. Keep in mind that if you knit with a looser tension or opt for thicker yarn, you may need to adjust your yardage requirements accordingly.

The unique design is created by working the bag flat, which requires you to sew up a seam upon completion. Notably, the red color is only incorporated as a single row, necessitating the movement of stitches back onto a circular needle to return to the base color. For those looking for a smoother process, this pattern can easily be adapted to be worked in-the-round, eliminating seams and simplifying construction.

When working this pattern flat, I recommend using six stitch markers to help keep track of your stitches and make the crafting process more enjoyable. If you choose to work in-the-round, you'll need seven stitch markers for optimal organization. This charming bag not only showcases your knitting skills but also serves as a functional and stylish accessory, making it a must-try project for knitters of all levels.

Start your journey to creating this delightful bag today and explore the creative possibilities with your leftover yarn!